Kathy Bates Is Recovering From A Double Mastectomy
Fans of Kathy Bates were hit hard today with the announcement that the Oscar winning actress had not only been battling cancer for a second time, but underwent a double mastectomy earlier this week.
Fans of Kathy Bates were hit hard today with the announcement that the Oscar winning actress had not only been battling cancer for a second time, but underwent a double mastectomy earlier this week.
The 64-year-old actress released a statement to Us Weekly today, saying,
“It’s no secret that I am an ovarian cancer survivor, nine years and counting. But few know that several weeks ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer…After much consideration I underwent a double mastectomy. Luckily, I don’t have to undergo radiation or chemo. My Family call me Kat because I always land on my feet and thankfully this is no exception. My doctors have assured me I’m going to be around for a long time. I’m looking forward to getting back to work doing what I love to do.”
Bates also tweeted a two-part message to her followers, saying,
“Hey all, sorry for the long silence. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 2 months ago and am recovering from a double mastectomy.”
With her usual sense of humor, Bates followed up with a reference to her recently cancelled CBS show:
“I don’t miss my breasts as much as I miss Harry’s Law…Thanks for all the sweet tweets. Y’all kept me going.”
Bates was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2003. We wish her only the best.
We love this lady.Love and strength to you and yours.Yes a sense of humor goes a long way Kathy Bates.